Gold Beach, OR. — The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Portland District, has begun a $3,021,620 project to repair the Rogue River South Jetty in Gold Beach, Oregon.
The work will be carried out by contractor Suulutaqq Inc., which will place approximately 5,000 tons of stone along the structure. The effort is aimed at maintaining the long-term reliability of the Rogue River navigation channel, a key coastal waterway.
“Our jetties work 24/7/365 to deliver USACE’s navigation mission; they must resist the forces of the unique Pacific Northwest wave and storm climate,” said Colter Bennett, a civil engineer and geologist with the Portland District. “This project addresses a relatively small but rapidly degrading reach of the south jetty.”
Officials say the repairs are necessary to preserve safe and passable conditions for vessels using the channel, particularly as ocean conditions continue to impact coastal infrastructure.
Construction is expected to continue through fall 2026. No impacts to navigation are anticipated during the project.
For public safety, access to the South Jetty and nearby beach areas will be restricted during construction. USACE officials are urging the public to follow posted closures and avoid the work zone due to active construction hazards.
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